How to Find a Reputable Bulldog Breeder Once you decide to get a bulldog, the next logical decision is where to get the bulldog from. While there are many choices available, several can be quickly ruled out. The role of Toto, the male dog in the Wizard of Oz was actually played by a female Cairn Terrier named Terry. Cairn terriers are known for their brightness and cuteness. That, combined with their small size, made the breed perfect for the role. Pet stores and newspaper advertisements, as a rule, should be avoided. Generally they are not informed about the breeds at all. They are usually out to turn a fast profit. According to the Guinness Book of World Records, the longest lived dog was an Australian Cattle Dog named Bluey. The dog lived to be 29. This case was considered unusual since smaller dogs generally live longer. The chihuahua is actually the breed that tends to live the longest. The best place to get a bulldog is from a reliable breeder. The best ways to find a breeder are through such things as internet research, bulldog magazines or recommendations from area vets. Once you�ve narrowed the field down, the next step is to inspect perspective breeder�s facilities. A good breeder will have a generally clean facility with plenty of space for the number of bulldogs. Generally some level of untidiness is acceptable, as it�s impossible to pick up after every bulldog every minute, but the puppies should be kept in a clean, safe environment. The silky terrier originated about 100 years ago in Australia. Their major ancestors were the Australian terrier and the Yorkshire terrier. They were bred to be family companions, watchdogs, and to hunt rodents and snakes. Remember that a good breeder is in the business because they have a true love of the breed. As such, they will ask you many questions to ensure that the breed is the right choice for you. They will want to be sure that you have enough time and earn enough money to care for that breed, as well as making sure that you are aware of any health risks associated with the breed. If a breeder does not question you, do not buy a puppy from them. Finally, ask to see the entire litter that your perspective puppy belongs to, as well as the parents if they are available. If any member of the litter looks sick or any of the bulldogs seem too skittish or too aggressive then you may want to get a puppy elsewhere. These tips will assist you to find the breeder that is right for you. A st. bernard became a mother in 1975. While that wasn't unusual by itself, the unusual thing was that she had twenty-three puppies! She now shares this record with two other dogs, one of which originally set it in 1944.